Inter vs Bologna

Inter welcome Bologna to Stadio Giuseppe Meazza as they bid to defend their place at the top of Serie A. The leaders sit on 36 points, while Bologna are seventh on 26, firmly in contention for European places.

Inter's league form has been authoritative, with four consecutive Serie A wins and an unbeaten run in 41 of their last 49 league outings.

Across their last six matches, they have an 83% win rate, reinforcing their status as the division’s most reliable side at present.

Inter have shown an ability to control matches early, remaining undefeated at half-time in their last 12 Serie A meetings with Bologna.

Historically, Inter have held the upper hand in this fixture, winning 26 of 42 league meetings.

Inter's home meetings with Bologna have tended to feature goals at both ends. Both teams have scored in each of the last six Serie A meetings at Inter's home ground, and Inter have conceded at least one goal to Bologna in all of their last 14 home league matches against them.

Continuing with a five-game winning run remains an objective for Inter this Sunday.

A 3-5-2 formation with Lautaro Martínez and Marcus Thuram in attack is expected against Bologna.

Inter's attacking output has often taken centre stage, but Bologna arrive with stability and resilience. This contrast sets up a compelling clash as both sides seek sustained form.

Bologna [WLDLD] are unbeaten in 11 of their last 13 Serie A matches, reflecting a solid period of form that has helped them remain competitive in the upper half of the table. Their away performances have been particularly notable, with a run of six consecutive away league matches without defeat.

In recent Serie A away fixtures, Bologna have achieved wins in 50% of their matches, highlighting an ability to collect points on the road against a variety of opponents. This consistency away from home provides context to their seventh-place position and suggests they are capable of testing even the league leaders.

With contrasting league positions, strong recent form on both sides, and a well-established history of open, goal-filled matches at the Meazza, the fixture brings together Serie A’s most consistent team and one of its most resilient challengers. The meeting promises a real test for Inter and a motivated challenge from Bologna.

Bologna could line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation. Thijs Dallinga could be in attack.